I'm more than ready and willing to laugh and see humor in many things, and certainly am not the type to simply look for people to criticize. Humor is important, but I also believe empathy and compassion are very important. To share a private joke with close family or friends is one thing, putting it out there for the world to see on a message board in a controversial forum is opening it up for differing opinions and disagreement. I'm 100% positive not everyone here would agree with some of the things I've found funny and laughed at, but I also am careful with whom I share personal experiences with; close friends and family, because they know me and there won't be any misunderstandings.

I grew up with constant mocking of the Catholic faith and many derogatory priest and nun jokes, and I know how wearying that can be to some very kind and giving people. Maybe a smile and a wave would have brightened their day as much as your laughing about their vows and "dour looks" did yours. My previous post was meant to give another perspective without just throwing out a 1-line personal insult.